CDE Reproductive Tract and Vet MISC Instruments Flashcards
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Bands (castration and docking)
- rubber rings used to castrate and dock livestock animals
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Elastrator
- used to castrate and dock livestock animals
- a band is placed on the device, which stretches the band and helps place the band around the testes or tail
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Emasculators
- used to castrate livestock animals
- crushes and cuts the spermatic cord
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Fetal extractor - calf
- used during parturition to facilitate extration of the calf
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Obstetrical Chain and Handle
- used during parturition in cattle to help deliver the calf
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Vaginal Speculum
- used to open and examine the vagina and cervix
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Ambubag
- a hand-held device that is used to provide ventilation and oxygen to patients who are not breathing adequately
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Gravity feeder / J tube
- uses gravity to move food down the feeder and fill the feed tray
- used in many species
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Radiology Personal Protective Equipment
- lead items that are worn during radiographs to protect the staff member from radiological exposure